Pentwater, Michigan - Silver Lake Sand Dunes ORV Saftey Training

Silver Lake Sand Dunes ORV Safety Training
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While ORV safety training should be considered a 'must' for all ORV operators, all ORV operators under age 16 are required to have an ORV safety certificate on his or her person, available to present upon demand of a law enforcement officer. The dynamics of ORV's while in operation can be deceiving, and the sharing of forest roads with natural hazards and other vehicles can present some sudden decisions to the ORV operator. The ORV safety training program includes hands on instruction in safe and responsible ORV operation, familiarization with regulations, environmental considerations and a written exam. It may also include a driver/operator competency exam. The Michigan Department of Education (DOE) administers the ORV safety training and certification program. Courses are partially funded through the sale of ORV Stickers. There may be a cost for the class. This cost should not exceed $25.00.
Michigan Department of Education 1-517-373-0763 Class Schedule Contacts.
Information on a specific type of ORV safety course can be obtained by contacting one of the following organizations:

ATV Safety Courses Michigan ATV Association 1-313-565-3818
Off-Highway Motorcycle (OHM) Safety Courses Cycle Conservation Club of Michigan 1-517-569-9999
Check with DNR Parks and Recreation Division for special youth requirements at Silver Lake State Park (517) 373-9900.

All operators less than 16 years of age are required to have an ORV safety certificate on his or her person, available to present upon demand of a law enforcement officer.

For more information on the new voucher system, contact Silver Lake State Park at 231-873-3083; for camping reservations, call 800-44-PARKS.

No person under the age of 16 may operate any 3-wheeled ATV.
No child under the age of 10 may operate any 4-wheeled ATV, EXCEPT on private land while performing farm-related work operations.
Children who are 10 and 11 years old may operate 4-wheel ATVs only when ALL of the following conditions exist:
must be on land owned by the child's parent or guardian;
must be under visual supervision (see definition) of an adult;
must possess a valid ORV safety certificate.*

Children who are 12 - 15 years old may operate 4-wheeled ATVs only when BOTH of the following conditions exist:
must be under visual supervision of an adult;
must possess a valid ORV safety certificate.*

Children under 16 may operate other ORVs (trail bikes, for example) only when BOTH of the following conditions exist:
must be under visual supervision of an adult; must possess a valid ORV safety certificate.*

No child under the age of 12 may cross any street, highway or county road while operating any ORV.
Children who are at least 12 years old may cross streets and roads (only at right angles).
The parents and legal guardians of a child under the age of 16 are legally responsible if they permit the child under their care to violate any of the above.
The owner (or person in control) of an ORV is also responsible if his or her ORV is operated by a youngster.

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